An Icelandic Valentine
February 13 - 17, 2025 | Maximum Group Size: 15 Participants | Availability: Open
Iceland . . . the Land of Fire and Ice is a country full of contrasts. From steamy hot springs to top-notch spas, spectacular scenery to art museums, this unique land is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and explore. Legends say that the ancient gods themselves guided Iceland’s first settler, Ingolfur Arnarson, to make his home in Reykjavík (“Smoky Bay”), named after the geothermal steam he saw. Today this geothermal energy heats homes and outdoor swimming pools throughout the city—a pollution-free energy source that leaves the air outstandingly fresh, clean and clear.
On this exciting long weekend getaway, you will dine on Icelandic specialties, including delicious seafood, ocean-fresh from the morning’s catch, highland lamb, and unusual varieties of game. It’s purely natural food imaginatively served to delight the most discerning of diners. Reykjavík is also renowned as one of Europe’s hottest nightspots, where the action in the friendly pub and club scene lasts right through the long winter nights.
But perhaps the greatest draw is the Aurora Borealis—the Northern Lights. This is the best time of year to see them because it has to be totally dark to get the best effect—and this is a country where the sun never fully sets in the summer! In the evening of our arrival day, we’ll head out to try and see the real thing (weather permitting). If the weather doesn’t cooperate with us we’ll try again the next night . . and the next.
We will stay in the capital city, Reykjavík, to experience the city’s vibrant culture, learn about the region’s Viking heritage, and explore the unbelievable natural landscape, including magnificent waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers, and (with luck) the Northern Lights.
This weekend getaway gives you the opportunity to share with your valentine and explore this rugged and breathtaking country.
*Once you have submitted the above registration form with your digital signature, a Discover Europe staff member will be in contact as soon as possible to process your deposit and welcome you to the tour.
